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Our Veterinarian-Led Rehabilitation Team

Your pet’s rehabilitation is overseen by a highly trained, multidisciplinary team working together under veterinary leadership.

Clinical Leadership

Dr Laura Brisbane-Cohen

BSc, BVMS (Hons), MVPH-EAD, CVA, CVCH

Clinical Lead — Rehabilitation & Hydrotherapy

Dr Laura provides veterinarian-led clinical governance, ensuring every rehabilitation plan is diagnosis-led, medically appropriate, and progressed safely, particularly for complex and post-operative cases.

In my approach to physiotherapy rehabilitation, I treat every pet as an individual, recognizing that each one has unique needs, personalities, and challenges. My goal is to create tailored, customised treatment plans for each patient, with a focus on alleviating pain, accelerating recovery, and enhancing overall quality of life.

I believe that all pets, regardless of age or condition, can benefit from rehabilitation. This is particularly important after injuries, for maintenance in breeds predisposed to specific congenital or hereditary conditions (such as patella luxation or spinal diseases), or for improving the quality of life in pets suffering from conditions like cancer, arthritis, or obesity.

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Customised Therapies for Rehabilitation

Customised Therapies for Rehabilitation

Veterinary Rehabilitation & Hydrotherapy (VRH) provides comprehensive rehabilitation services tailored to a wide range of cases, including post-surgical patients, geriatric animals, those with genetic conditions, and obesity. We also provide specialised treatment for companion animals with:
  • Weakness or Muscle Atrophy
  • Mobility Issues
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Degenerative Joint Issues
  • Neurological and Orthopedic Surgeries

Rehabilitation Clinicians

Isbaelle Wolthuis

CCRP, CERP Resident

Dr Isabelle supports structured rehabilitation planning, functional assessment, and ongoing reassessment to guide recovery and measurable improvement.

Charley Belachsen

Veterinary Physiotherapist | Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

PGDip Veterinary Physiotherapy (University of Nottingham) | MSc Veterinary Physiotherapy | RAMP Registered

Charley brings over 15 years of experience working in specialist referral hospitals in the UK. She supports pets with neurological, orthopaedic, soft tissue, and complex medical rehabilitation, with a special interest in post-spinal surgery recovery.
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What is Hydrotherapy?

Hydrotherapy is a therapeutic approach that harnesses the physical properties of water such as buoyancy, viscosity, and hydrostatic pressure—to promote healing and enhance mobility in animals. It dates back to ancient Greek, Roman, Egyptian, and Chinese practices and is now widely used in both human and veterinary rehabilitation.

Typical sessions may include underwater treadmill work and guided aquatic exercises under a specialist’s supervision, optimizing recovery and wellness for both dogs and cats.  

In practice, the buoyant environment of a warm water pool or underwater treadmill:

  • Reduces weight-bearing on joints and muscles minimizing pain and allowing earlier, safer exercise.
  • Adds gentle resistance to rebuild strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
  • Applies consistent hydrostatic pressure, which helps reduce swelling, dull pain, and enhance circulation—with benefits for conditions like osteoarthritis, post-operative recovery, obesity, neurological or soft-tissue injuries.

Rehabilitation & Hydrotherapy

Veterinarian-Led Recovery Care You Can Trust

At Beecroft Animal Specialist & Emergency Hospital, our Veterinarian-led Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation & Hydrotherapy Team provides internationally aligned, evidence-based rehabilitation care for pets in Singapore.

Whether your pet is recovering from surgery, injury, neurological disease, or managing a long-term condition, our rehabilitation service is designed to support recovery safely, comfortably, and effectively improving mobility, function, and quality of life.

Rehabilitation at Beecroft is fully integrated into your pet’s overall medical care, ensuring every step of recovery is coordinated, clear, and guided by experienced veterinary professionals.

How Rehabilitation & Hydrotherapy Help Your Pet

Rehabilitation and hydrotherapy play an important role in helping pets recover and thrive by:

  • Reducing pain and stiffness
  • Improving strength, balance, and mobility
  • Supporting safe recovery after surgery or injury
  • Managing chronic conditions such as arthritis
  • Encouraging controlled movement in a low-impact environment
  • Enhancing comfort and confidence during recovery

Each rehabilitation programme is tailored to your pet’s condition, needs, and goals.

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Introducing the Sling System 

Our sling system is designed to elevate hydrotherapy safety, comfort, and efficiency for both the animal and therapist.

Key Benefits
  • Mesh Sling: designed to safely support dogs with mobility issues in an underwater treadmill. The body of the slings are made from a soft polyester mesh to comfortably provide support while minimizing irritation.
  • High safe working load (SWL):Engineered to support large breeds, with capacities up to 140–220 kg.  
Improved client confidence & reduced handling
The sling streamlines entry and exit from the pool, supporting the animal in a horizontal, relaxed position and reducing strain on caregivers.
Enhanced therapy outcomes

Secure and supported positioning lets pets focus on movement and exercise rather than balance control a vital adjunct to underwater treadmill or aquatic walk therapy.

Therapist safety

Eliminates manual lifting during transfers, lowering the risk of caregiver injuries and enables therapists to more effectively treat pets with mobility challenges.

What International-Standard Rehabilitation Means at Beecroft

At Beecroft, rehabilitation is guided by international best practice and includes:

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Veterinarian-led clinical oversight

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Evidence-based, individualised treatment plans

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Structured assessments with measurable goals

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Regular reassessment and safe progression

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Close collaboration between specialists and rehabilitation clinicians

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Clear communication with pet owners, so you understand every step

What This Means for You as a Pet Owner

Our Rehabilitation & Hydrotherapy Team works closely with Beecroft’s hospital services, supporting patients managed under Surgery, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Emergency & Critical Care, Diagnostic Imaging & Interventional Radiology, and Avian & Exotics.

This close collaboration allows our specialists and rehabilitation team to plan recovery together—creating a seamless continuum of care from diagnosis to rehabilitation.

What This Means for You as a Pet Owner

Beecroft Animal Specialist & Emergency Hospital is proud to be a trusted one-stop referral and emergency hospital in Singapore, delivering premium, internationally aligned care to support pets and their families.

  • One trusted hospital for treatment and recovery
  • A coordinated, veterinarian-led rehabilitation plan
  • Clear explanations and guidance throughout the process
  • Confidence that your pet’s care meets international standards
  • Benefits

Why It Matters 

Combining hydrotherapy with a modern sling system offers a more holistic, patient‑centric approach: 

Early mobilization

Ideal for post-operative or older pets it reduces joint stress and encourages movement sooner.

Better comfort & security

Every component from padding to secure straps—is designed to minimize anxiety and maximize steady, safe buoyancy.

Optimized rehabilitation

Whether recovering from surgery, managing arthritis, or regaining strength after neuromuscular issues, pets benefit from consistent, gentle movement in water.

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Veterinary Rehabilitation & Hydrotherapy

The Veterinary Rehabilitation and Hydrotherapy (VRH) team at Beecroft is committed to improving the quality of life for your beloved animal companions through enhanced mobility. We believe that movement and play are essential components of a fulfilling life.

Our rehabilitation services, including canine and feline rehabilitation, are tailored to a wide range of cases, from post-operative recovery and pain management to building strength and slowing the progression of degenerative conditions. We offer various therapies, including animal hydrotherapy, to help your pet achieve optimal mobility and well-being.

Common Conditions Treated with Veterinary Rehabilitation

Veterinary rehabilitation plays a vital role in managing various conditions and improving your pet’s quality of life. Here is how our therapies can help:

Osteoarthritis

This degenerative joint disease often causes pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Canine and feline rehabilitation can help manage pain, improve joint flexibility, and slow the progression of osteoarthritis, allowing your pet to stay active and comfortable.

Mobility Issues

Whether the condition is caused by injury, surgery, or age-related decline, mobility issues can impact your pet's well-being. Our rehabilitation programmes can help restore strength, flexibility, and coordination, improving your pet's ability to move freely and enjoy their daily activities.

Muscle Weakness or Muscle Loss

Muscle weakness or decrease in muscle mass can result from various factors, including injury, surgery, or neurological conditions. Our targeted exercises and therapies can help rebuild muscle mass, improve strength, and enhance your pet's overall mobility.

Neurological and Orthopaedic Surgeries

Rehabilitation is crucial after neurological or orthopaedic surgeries to promote healing, reduce pain, and restore function. Our veterinarians will create a customised plan to aid your pet's recovery and help them regain their strength and mobility.

Degenerative Joint Issues

Conditions like IVDD (dog slipped disc) can cause pain, weakness, and mobility problems. Veterinary rehabilitation can help manage pain, strengthen supporting muscles, and improve your pet's overall function and quality of life.

  • Summary

Safe & Effective Pet Rehabilitation

  • Summary

Safe & Effective Pet Rehabilitation

Hydrotherapy provides a scientifically backed, low-impact environment for strengthening joints, reducing pain, and enhancing overall mobility in companion animals. The addition of our sling system significantly elevates the experience improving safety, comfort, and control for both pets and therapists throughout every stage of rehabilitation.
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Video Gallery

Our video gallery showcases the journey of pets undergoing rehabilitation and specialist care at Beecroft. From hydrotherapy sessions to advanced recovery treatments, these clips highlight how our dedicated team combines science, compassion, and expertise to help pets regain strength, confidence, and mobility.

Watch our patients in action and see how veterinary specialist care makes a difference.

Comprehensive Rehabilitation Therapies for Animals

TherapyDescriptionBenefits
AcupunctureStimulates specific points with needles to promote healing, release natural painkillers, reduce inflammation, and enhance blood flow.Manages pain, reduces inflammation, improves joint mobility, and supports overall healing. Particularly beneficial for arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions.
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)Uses electrical stimulation to strengthen muscles. Ideal for pets with weakness, atrophy, or recovering from surgery/injury.Improves muscle strength and function, reduces pain, and aids in nerve regeneration. Beneficial for neurological and orthopaedic conditions.
Ultrasound TherapyEmploys high-frequency sound waves to increase blood flow, reduce pain and inflammation, and promote soft tissue healing.Accelerates healing, reduces pain and swelling, and improves flexibility. Effective for musculoskeletal injuries, arthritis, and post-surgical recovery.
Therapy 
Class IV Laser Therapy
A non-invasive treatment that uses high-intensity laser light to reduce pain, inflammation, and promote healing in various conditions.Class IV Laser Therapy is a safe, non-invasive treatment that utilizes focused light energy to reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and accelerate healing in pets. It is commonly employed for conditions such as arthritis, various joint and muscle injuries, post-surgical recovery, and wound healing. This therapy works by improving circulation, stimulating cellular repair, and encouraging the release of the body’s natural pain-relieving chemicals.
Underwater Treadmill (UWTM)Provides low-impact exercise in water, reducing stress on joints while building strength and improving cardiovascular health.Improves strength, endurance, flexibility, and balance. Ideal for post-surgical recovery, arthritis, obesity, and neurological conditions. A key component of animal hydrotherapy.
Therapeutic MassageUses manual massage techniques to relax muscles, improve circulation, and reduce pain.Relieves muscle tension, improves flexibility, reduces pain, and promotes relaxation. Beneficial for pets with injuries, post-surgical recovery, or age-related stiffness.

Why Choose Us for Veterinary Rehabilitation & Hydrotherapy?

Expertise from an Experienced Team

Our team of experienced veterinary therapists are highly trained in the latest procedures and technologies. We have a deep understanding of animal anatomy and physiology, and we are committed to providing the highest quality care for your pet.

Equipped with state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment, including underwater treadmills, laser therapy, and electrical stimulation units, this allows us to provide the most effective and comprehensive rehabilitation programmes for your pet.

Whether your pet needs post-operative care, pain management, or physical therapy, we have the expertise and resources to help them recover and thrive.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rehabilitation & Hydrotherapy

How do I know if my pet needs rehabilitation services?

Signs your pet might benefit from veterinary rehabilitation include pain, stiffness, limping, weakness, difficulty walking, loss of balance, recent surgery or injury, and chronic conditions like arthritis.

We will start by conducting a thorough assessment of your pet’s condition, including a physical examination, medical history review, and diagnostic tests. This information will help us develop a personalised rehabilitation plan that is tailored to your pet’s specific needs and goals.

The rate of improvement will vary depending on the severity of your pet’s condition and the type of rehabilitation programme they are undergoing. However, you can typically expect to see some improvement within a few weeks.

Animal hydrotherapy, particularly therapies conducted on an underwater treadmill, helps reduce pain and inflammation, improve strength and flexibility, increase range of motion, and enhance cardiovascular health in dogs and cats.
The best way to collaborate with a veterinary rehabilitation therapist is to communicate openly and honestly about your pet’s needs and goals. Be sure to ask questions and share any concerns you have. We will work closely with you to ensure that your pet receives the best possible care and support throughout their rehabilitation journey.
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